Transient Response
Transient response in power supplies refers to how quickly and effectively the PSU stabilizes its output voltage during sudden changes in load demand, such as when a CPU or GPU increases its power draw. It’s measured by the time and voltage deviation during these shifts. A faster, smaller transient response ensures stable power, preventing instability and component damage.
20% Load – 20ms
| Advanced Transient Response 20% - 50 Hz - No Caps | ||||
| Voltage | Before | After | Change | Pass/Fail |
| 12V | 12.071V | 11.991V | 0.66% | Pass |
| 5V | 5.040V | 4.958V | 1.64% | Pass |
| 3.3V | 3.309V | 3.198V | 3.36% | Pass |
| 5VSB | 4.975V | 4.928V | 0.94% | Pass |
50% Load -20ms
| Advanced Transient Response 50% - 50 Hz - No Caps | ||||
| Voltage | Before | After | Change | Pass/Fail |
| 12V | 12.046V | 11.967V | 0.65% | Pass |
| 5V | 5.035V | 4.956V | 1.56% | Pass |
| 3.3V | 3.303V | 3.187V | 3.50% | Pass |
| 5VSB | 4.955V | 4.910V | 0.91% | Pass |
The transient response at normal loads is good on all rails.
Transient Response ATX v3.1 Tests
[Note] For PSUs without a 12+4 pin connector, the maximum applied load for the transient response tests is 150%, rather than 200%.
The PSU passes all ATX v3.1 transient response tests.
The 12V rail’s performance is low in these tests.
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